Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony ZV-E1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was brought out 5 years earlier than the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades against the ZV-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R comes with external dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") along with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the ZV-E1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and ZV-E1 is 59 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and ZV-E1.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will result in extra detail having its extra 39 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50R will be behind with regard to sensor technology.